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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Chapter 2, On the Problem of a Theory of Scientific Method.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of rule do positivists and reductionists adhere to, according to Popper?
(a) Rules of Psychology.
(b) Logical rules.
(c) Dogmatic rules.
(d) Non-logical rules.

2. In order to be true statements of science, what characteristic must these statements have?
(a) They are logical.
(b) They have been tested.
(c) They are objectively testable.
(d) They are proven.

3. What type of reasoning does Popper deny exists?
(a) Scientific.
(b) Deductive.
(c) Testable.
(d) Inductive.

4. What is not to be expected of methodology?
(a) Logical constructs.
(b) Proven theories.
(c) False data.
(d) Profound truths.

5. To what does Popper equate critical thinking?
(a) Rational attitude.
(b) Deductive thinking.
(c) Inductive thinking.
(d) Common sense.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of reasoning, according to Popper, is not rational?

2. For what purpose are methodological rules developed?

3. What does the first rule of logic do?

4. What view does Popper take to analyze scientific thinking?

5. What term does Popper use of empirical science?

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